Keyword

Copy Writer

Visual Writer

Caption Writer

Minimum - Preferably Graduate

Previous relevant work experience

The tasks a Caption Writer is expected to perform include:

Writing caption phrases of dialogue for hearing-impaired and different Indian language speaking viewers

Writing captions to describe music and background noises

Watching production and reviewing caption simultaneously to determine which phrases require editing

Entering command to synchronize captions with dialogue and placing them on the screen

Translating different Indian languages dialogues into English language captions

Translating English dialogue into different Indian language captions

Operating computerized captioning system for movies or television productions

Overseeing encoding of captions to master tape of television production

Discussing captions with directors or producers of movie and television productions

Editing translations for correctness of grammar, punctuation, and clarity of expression

Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition and grammar

Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques

Proficient in translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used

Well-versed with monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, etc. to detect or assess problems

Knowledge of the structure and content of the foreign (non-English) language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition and grammar

Will be updated

Good writing skills

Reading comprehension

Good listener

Good interpreting skill

Attention to detail

Self-driven

Good diction

It is a desk job

Need not handle a team

Local travelling is a part of this job

Part-time work and contractual jobs maybe available

Work from home option maybe available

Working hours

Flexible working hours

Shift system maybe available

Is the job suitable for a candidate with special needs?Maybe

This job is not listed as hazardous or dangerous under The Factories Act 1948 (section 87)

One may develop occupational hazards like body ache, joint pain, fatigue, stress, etc.

For freshers -INR15,000 toINR18,000 per month

For candidates with up to 2 yearsexperience -INR22,000 toINR25,000 per month

(These figures are indicative and subject to change)

Overview of Film and Television Sector in India

The Media and Entertainment industry is one of the fastest growing sectors in the country. The television segment in India accounts for over 40% of the revenues. It also contributes to above 35% of the revenues to the Indian advertising industry. The film industry, on the other hand, has seen a tremendous growth and has become a brand name in the recent years. This has helped it to enter the international market.

The current employment across Media & Entertainment sector is estimated to be over 1 million persons (in terms of direct employment only). The Private Final Consumption Expenditure (PFCE) on Entertainment is expected to grow at a CAGR of 13% to 14% between 2008 and 2022.

Today international movies and TV series are aired at the same time worldwide in different foreign languages. All these factors put together are only going to increase the job opportunities for a Caption Writer across towns and cities in India.

Production houses across India

Cities across cross India

Will be updated

All the Commerce, Arts and Science Colleges across India

Craft Film School

Will be updated